Shrimp Burgers

I think I have finally gotten the hang of this cooking thing. I've seen the light...and I like it. This newfound confidence has encouraged me to test my skills out on more difficult and intricate recipes. These are the types of recipes that usually point me straight in the direction of my mom's kitchen, but since the idea here is to learn how to cook on my own, I've been a brave lone solider. No help from mama.

I'm so proud of this recipe I can hardly stand it. What led me to make it, I'm not quite sure. But it was such a success. I felt the same type of accomplishment I feel after a project is returned with a satisfying grade, or after I finished that 5k last week before my ex boyfriend. THAT kind of accomplishment. 

The best part of this was, it wasn't that hard to make. It was time consuming, and there was quite a bit of chopping, but nothing complicated. I had some time to spare, and found myself enjoying preparing it. I splurged a little on this recipe, but mainly because I didn't have most of the ingredients needed (still dealing with a very sparse refrigerator here...). 

De-veining the shrimp (still hate that term) was still just as difficult this time, but it helped knowing what to expect. I will give myself credit for not over cooking them again. 

Here is my beautiful masterpiece:

                                                                     Isn't it pretty? <3

http://genaknox.com/2009/06/shrimp-burgers-with-homemade-tartar-sauce/

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped celery
• 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
• ½ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1 pound cook shrimp, peeled and cut into small chunks
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 4 whole wheat burger buns
• lettuce and tomato
• Homemade Tartar Sauce

• Instructions

  FIRST Combine all burger ingredients except oil in a mixing bowl; season with salt and cayenne pepper and mix well. Using your hands, shape into four equal size patties and refrigerate until ready to cook. 
  LAST In a medium skillet, preferably cast iron, heat oil and cook burgers for about 3-4 minutes per side until nicely browned. Serve on whole-wheat buns with lettuce, tomato, and tartar sauce.